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Published on September 21, 2026
Creative Writing Workshop – Kunskapsskolan Gurgaon
Inspiring the Authors of Tomorrow...
9 am to 3 pm IST
5th-9th Jan 2027
Regular Fee: 20,000 + GST
Host School Fee: 15,000 + GST
Grades 8-12
Kunskapsskolan Gurgaon (KKG campus)
About the Workshop
What is the Creative Writing Workshop?
The Creative Writing Workshop is designed to help students strengthen both their critical and creative writing skills, develop their own voice, and understand the craft behind compelling storytelling.
Over five days, students will learn through writing exercises, workshops, guest sessions, peer review, editing, publishing discussions, and a capstone project; with sessions led by experienced writers and publishing professionals associated with the Penguin Random House India ecosystem.
At the end of the workshop, students will have the opportunity to share their capstone project.
Where young writers meet the world of publishing
The Creative Writing Workshop, brought to you by Big Red Education in partnership with Penguin Random House India, gives students an opportunity to learn directly from experienced authors, editors, and publishing professionals.
Penguin Random House India's Children's and Young Adult division publishes fiction, non-fiction, picture books, chapter books, and comics through imprints including Puffin and Duckbill, giving students a real view of how stories are written, edited, pitched, published, and shared with readers.
WHY SHOULD YOU ENROL?
Have you always wanted to write, but weren't sure where to start?
Whether you already write regularly or are simply curious about storytelling, the workshop gives you an opportunity to learn directly from authors and publishing professionals from the Penguin Random House India ecosystem.
Students will learn to
More Than Just
Writing Lessons
A practical writing experience that takes students from learning the craft to creating and sharing their own work.
Learn the Craft of Writing
Understand the techniques authors use to develop compelling stories, characters, plots, and voices.
Learn From Published Authors
Interact with Penguin Random House India authors and publishing professionals and gain perspectives from people working within the publishing ecosystem.
Develop Your Own Voice
Experiment with different forms and styles of writing while discovering what makes your voice unique.
Understand Editing
Learn how professional writers refine their work through feedback, editing, and revision.
Explore Publishing
Understand what happens beyond the manuscript, including pitching, writing a synopsis, and preparing work for publication.
Share Your Work
Bring everything together through a capstone project and final presentation.
Discover the Writer Within You!
Writing is one of the most important, though often underrated and underdeveloped, skills in our school systems. A student who is a good writer is automatically set up for success.
Strong writing skills help students express their ideas, communicate effectively, and persuade others.
What Will You Learn?
The workshop takes students through the different stages of the writing and publishing process.
Learning to read like a writer
Understanding structure and technique
Building and supporting your plot
Developing characters and sketching out setting
Finding and developing your writing voice
Peer review and editing
Understanding publishing and pitching
Helpful tips for submitting your written work
Do Any Of These Apply To You?
If you nodding your head right now, we’ve got just the program for you! Keep Scrolling to know details!
I want my words to persuade, to challenge, to provoke thought, and to make listeners feel the weight of my argument.
What will YOU Learn?
DAY 1
- An introduction to the world of the book and a discussion of what constitutes a good book. Participants will be encouraged to identify what excites them and what they want to write. There will be an overview of some of the key elements of writing, such as plot, character, narrative style and genre, among others. After some warm-up writing exercises, there will be a discussion on how to start well.
DAY 2
- This day will be devoted to developing characters and dialogue, with an emphasis on empathy, narrative voices and points of view. There will be a guest lecture: Samit Basu on writing science fiction and fantasy.
DAY 3
- The day will begin with an introduction to writing non-fiction, including a guest lecture by Mamta Nainy on how to research and use the researched material effectively . The afternoon will be devoted to understanding different genres and a preliminary discussion for capstone project, bringing together the different elements worked on.
DAY 4
- The day will begin with an overview of publishing, with a specific focus on pitching to publishers and writing a synopsis. The participants will be asked to bring the day’s learnings to developing capstone project. A guest lecture from Nandita Basu on creating graphic novels.
DAY 5
- An introduction to editing and how to use editorial tools. A feedback session on the capstone project, and the final presentation of the project.
A Five-Day Writing Journey
Discovering the World of Writing
An introduction to the world of books and a discussion of what makes a good book. Students will identify what excites them as readers and writers and explore the key elements of storytelling, including:
- Plot
- Character
- Narrative style
- Genre
The day will include warm-up writing exercises and a discussion on how to start a story effectively.
Characters, Dialogue & Voice
Day 2 focuses on developing characters and dialogue, with an emphasis on empathy, narrative voice, and point of view. Students will explore how authors build believable characters and use dialogue to move a story forward.
Non-Fiction, Research & Genre
Students will be introduced to writing non-fiction, including how writers research a subject and use researched material effectively. The day will also explore different genres and begin the development of the capstone writing project.
Publishing, Pitching & Graphic Novels
Writing doesn't end when you finish your first draft. Students will explore the publishing process, with a specific focus on:
- Pitching to publishers
- Writing a synopsis
- Understanding the publishing process
- Developing their capstone project
Editing, Feedback & Final Presentation
The final day focuses on editing and editorial tools. Students will receive feedback on their capstone projects and use that feedback to refine their work. The workshop concludes with the final presentation of the capstone projects, giving students an opportunity to share their writing.
Start Your Writing Journey
Develop your voice, strengthen your writing, and bring your own capstone project to life through five days of guided writing, feedback, editing, and publishing.
Apply NowLearn from a Penguin Author
Discover how to develop ideas, craft compelling stories, and find your unique voice as a writer, with insights from the Penguin Random House India publishing ecosystem.
Varsha Seshan
Varsha Seshan is an award-winning children’s writer based in Pune. Her book The Wall Friends Club won the Crossword Book Award 2025 and the FICCI Special Jury Award for Children’s Book of the Year 2026. She writes for children of all ages and has been shortlisted for multiple awards, including the AG-BLF Prize for Children’s Fiction, the Neev Book Award, the Singapore Book Award, and the Scholastic Asian Book Award. She conducts online book clubs and writing programmes for ages seven to 14.
Modules
What will you learn?
DAY 1 — Discovering the World of Writing
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
KNOW YOUR PAST PROGRAMME DIRECTORS
From an Idea to a Finished Piece
The workshop gives students the opportunity to bring together everything they have learned through a capstone writing project.
They will explore structure, character, narrative, genre, research, and editing before presenting their final work.
The capstone gives students an opportunity to apply their learning, receive feedback, and share their writing with an audience.
Hear From Our Students
Real experiences. Real voices. Hear what our students have to say.
Guest Speakers
Samit Basu
Mamta Nainy
Nandita Basu
Our Partnership With Penguin Random House India
Where Young Writers Meet a World of Stories.
Big Red Education, in partnership with Penguin Random House India, brings together education and publishing to create a writing experience that goes beyond the classroom.
Penguin Random House India has a dedicated Children's and Young Adult division, publishing across fiction, non-fiction, picture books, chapter books, comics, and more. Its children's publishing includes Puffin and Duckbill.
The workshop gives students an opportunity to learn from authors whose work is part of Penguin Random House India's catalogue, alongside experienced publishing professionals.
For young writers, this means getting closer to the world they aspire to enter: the world of books, authors, editors, and publishing.
Ready to Begin? Apply Now to Join the Workshop!
Take the First Step Toward Your Next Big Opportunity!
Apply NowReady to Begin? Apply Now to Join the Workshop!
Take the First Step Toward Your Next Big Opportunity!
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